Electrovaya Inc. (“Electrovaya” or the “Company”) (TSX: EFL) (OTCQX:EFLVF), today reported the completion of the delivery and commissioning of Electrovaya batteries to a Walmart Canada distribution center fulfilling the previously announced purchase order. This marks a major milestone for Electrovaya and the Materials Handling Industry, as this site represents one of the largest lithium ion installations at a distribution centre in North America. Currently all material handling electric vehicles (MHEV) at this distribution center are powered by Electrovaya’s Lithium Ion batteries.
Electrovaya is focused on producing lithium ion battery systems for the Materials Handling Electric Vehicle (MHEV) sector, an expanding market opportunity. Electrovaya produces batteries for newly-manufactured electric trucks and replacement batteries for existing fleets currently powered by lead acid batteries. Electrovaya is a leading provider of lithium ion batteries for the lift truck market in North America and customers include industrial electric vehicle dealers, manufacturers and end users.
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About Electrovaya Inc.
Electrovaya Inc. (TSX:EFL) (OTCQX:EFLVF) designs, develops and manufactures proprietary Lithium Ion Super Polymer® batteries, battery systems, and battery-related products for energy storage, clean electric transportation and other specialized applications. Headquartered in Ontario, Canada, Electrovaya is a technology focused company with extensive IP, supplying leading global customers.
To learn more about how Electrovaya is powering mobility and energy storage, please explore www.electrovaya.com.
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